How To Fix WRF_ARTICLELIST045 - Select a row

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ARTICLELIST - Mesage Class of Material List

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Select a row

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ARTICLELIST045 - Select a row ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_ARTICLELIST045 - Select a row
  
  Cause:
  This error message typically appears in SAP Retail or related modules when a user is expected to select a row (an item, article, or entry) from a list or table but has not done so before proceeding. The system requires a specific row selection to perform the next action, such as editing, deleting, or processing the selected article or data record.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When working with article lists or selection screens in SAP Retail (e.g., article master data, assortment lists, or price lists).
  When a user tries to execute a function that requires a row selection without selecting any row.
  In custom or standard SAP transactions where the UI expects a highlighted or marked row.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a row: Before proceeding, click on the desired row in the list or table to highlight it.
  Check UI controls: Ensure that the selection mechanism (checkbox, radio button, or row highlight) is properly used.
  If using keyboard: Use arrow keys or other navigation keys to move the cursor to the desired row.
  If the problem persists:  
  
  Verify if the list is populated correctly. If the list is empty, no selection is possible.
  Check for any UI or screen issues that might prevent row selection.
  If this is a custom program or enhancement, review the code to ensure the selection logic is correctly implemented.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is a standard prompt to ensure user interaction with list data.
  It is often accompanied by a message class related to Retail or Article Management.
  Similar messages include prompts like "Please select an item" or "No row selected."
  In SAP GUI, the row selection is mandatory for functions like "Change," "Delete," or "Display details."
  If you are developing or debugging, check the function module or method that triggers this message to understand the selection check.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WRF_ARTICLELIST045 - Select a row
  
  
  Cause
  No row selected in a list/table when required
  
  
  Solution
  Select a row before proceeding
  
  
  Module
  SAP Retail / Article Management
  
  
  Notes
  Check UI, list population, and custom code if applicable
  
  
  
  
  If you need more specific help, please provide the transaction code or context where this error occurs.